Sen. Coleman issued a statement on Sen. McCain’s acceptance speech. Here’s the text of that statement:

“This evening the American people are reminded of the call to duty of an American president nearly fifty years ago, who asked us all to do first for our country above all else. John McCain is the embodiment of country first, above all else, and for that, I am proud to be an American, and proud to support John McCain for President. In a dangerous world, we need the courage and leadership of John McCain. His bipartisan approach to solving problems, recognizing that some problems and challenges are just too big for one party, is something we need in today’s divisive political environment. John McCain will guide America through great challenges for the next four years with steady, proven hands and with the courage and convictions that we need from our national leaders in this 21st Century.”

Sen. Coleman’s statement speaks for many Americans. Americans, by nature, believe in sacrifices if that sacrifice leads to increased prosperity or increased freedoms for the next generation. That’s what Sen. McCain is calling for.

Sen. Coleman should be commended for recognizing that trait. His strength is that he understands people. That’s why he’s as popular with voters as he is.

It’s the defining difference between himself and Al Franken. Al Franken can’t be bothered by actually listening. Unlike John McCain and Norm Coleman, Al Franken has a history of putting himself first. Unlike John McCain and Norm Coleman, Al Franken isn’t interested in being a public servant. He’s only interested in being a senator.

There’s a huge difference. It’s a difference so big that Minnesotans will notice this November. That’s why Norm Coleman will be elected and why Al Franken will be rejected.

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Cross-posted at LetFreedomRingBlog